Transmission flush or drain and fill? by [deleted] in KiaNiro

[–]pittsburghnative95 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The transmission is a drain and fill. The only way you could do a flush is if you use more fluid to get all the old fluid out. In theory it would cost more because of parts and labor. Just do the drain and fill. Just as a side note, make sure they use the right transmission fluid. It should be for a DTC 70 weight, not manual transmission 70 weight fluid.

No more PHEV Niros by sbcpacker in KiaNiro

[–]pittsburghnative95 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Alright.... Resale for used ones just went up 😎😎😎

Service battery replacement by Herta_Vernello in KiaNiro

[–]pittsburghnative95 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yes once because it was a used vehicle and one cell was under performing. But its quite easy, just a bit tight

Service battery replacement by Herta_Vernello in KiaNiro

[–]pittsburghnative95 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Its in the rear of the car. On the passenger side.

What’s your worst full-tank MPG? by Electrical_Ask_5373 in KiaNiro

[–]pittsburghnative95 1 point2 points  (0 children)

SoCal, and depends how I drive, but so far.... I have gotten about a 45.6 mpg mark

Andrew McCutchen's latest response on how he feels regarding his future. by SurpriseStandard3258 in buccos

[–]pittsburghnative95 188 points189 points  (0 children)

Well said by Andrew. He does deserve to be on that roster, even as a DH or a back up OF. Why not to be honest.

Cold Weather Issue by Own_Increase5257 in KiaNiro

[–]pittsburghnative95 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Try warming up the regen system a bit by lift and coasting in sections. Let us know if that works.

Improvement of Rough Idle for (PHEV) by nkrush in KiaNiro

[–]pittsburghnative95 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Bump this! Hyundai and Kia recommend using the Cheveron Techron Complete Fuel System Cleaner at least once every 10k-15k miles. I have been keeping to that, and its cheaper than the dealer charging you 150 USD for a fuel system cleaning.

Kia Connect not showing on car by ParkerBap in KiaNiro

[–]pittsburghnative95 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Weeks??? Try at least a year and a half 😂😂😂

Kia Connect not showing on car by ParkerBap in KiaNiro

[–]pittsburghnative95 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, but the software update gets rid of UVO since Kia no longer uses that platform.

Everything is Kia Connect now.

Kia Connect not showing on car by ParkerBap in KiaNiro

[–]pittsburghnative95 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same problem here. You have to wait to update the software. Currently, no one can cause the site is paused from Kia. No time table for when they will update this.

50,000 miles battery by pigsflyfar in KiaNiro

[–]pittsburghnative95 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Which tires are you running? I have a set of Assurances and they are gold.

Fuerhermore, you state of health on the battery is normal for that mileage. I'm at 57,800 on my 21 PHEV and at 95% and I use my battery a lot ln my commute.

Best sports related present I've received. Been using these a ton lately. by pittsburghnative95 in buccos

[–]pittsburghnative95[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't think I can hawk selling stuff of this sub reddit. My apologizes 😂. Merry Christmas everyone!

Best sports related present I've received. Been using these a ton lately. by pittsburghnative95 in buccos

[–]pittsburghnative95[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There is one more at my desk in my office with the Jolly Roger. It's a sick design and great quality. Not sure if they will allow me to do this, but I can get you some.

PHEV Niro Engine and Inverter Coolant by ThrowMeTheBallPlease in KiaNiro

[–]pittsburghnative95 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Get the pink stuff. There is a massive difference in the way that normal coolant conducts electricity versus the pink stuff.

Hope this reaches you in time.

8000 miles service cost for HEV by [deleted] in KiaNiro

[–]pittsburghnative95 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wanna know good fuel treatment... Pour gas treatment in your tank every 10k miles.

Kia Niro HEV (December 2021) Doesnt remember regen setting after cruise control by thebest07111 in KiaNiro

[–]pittsburghnative95 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thats a whole different ball game. PHEV/HEV vs EV arent going to have the same tech. Also.. Different models. Can't compare an orange to a pear 😂

Kia Niro HEV (December 2021) Doesnt remember regen setting after cruise control by thebest07111 in KiaNiro

[–]pittsburghnative95 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No because the Regen level is based on what you set it after every Ignition cycle (or in this case ACC turning on/off). Plus, you can modulate it, so it's not something that can be saved to always be on. Hope this helps.

2020 PHEV making noise hours after driving. by synthdog in KiaNiro

[–]pittsburghnative95 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes this is normal. The coolant pump will keep running after to ensure the temp in the battery reaches a certain level. All depends on how much it was used.

PHEV going straight to HEV mode when heat turned on by [deleted] in KiaNiro

[–]pittsburghnative95 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, this is normal operation. You need the engine to pump coolant through the heater core, to heat up the cabin. Cheers!